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Alta U16M Specifications

 

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Alta U16M Specifications

As low as: $9,896 US, $10,995 Intl**

The Alta U16M uses a very large format 16-megapixel full frame sensor with microlensing and anti-blooming gates, ideal for applications requiring large field of view, such as sky surveys and radiology.

  • 4096 x 4096 array, 9 x 9 micron pixels
  • 5 MHz 12-bit and 1 MHz 16-bit digitization
  • 32 Mbyte camera memory
  • USB 2.0 interface: no plug in cards or external controllers
  • Programmable, intelligent cooling to 45C below ambient (D07 housing) / 65-70C below ambient (D09 housing)
  • Binning up to 8 Horizontal x 4095 Vertical
  • Subarray readout and fast sequencing modes
  • Precision time delayed integration readout
  • Programmable fan speed for low / zero vibration
  • Two serial port outputs for control of peripheral devices
  • General purpose programmable I/O port
  • External triggering and strobe controls
  • ActiveX drivers included with every system (other software sold separately)
  • Field upgradeable firmware
  • Self-test capability with data simulators
  • Fused silica windows
  • Runs from single 12V supply with input voltage monitor
  • Compact enclosure
  • Programmable status indicators

MaxIm DL/CCD and CCDSoft software packages are offered at special prices when purchased at the same time as a camera system.

CCD Specifications
CCD
KAF-16803
Array Size (pixels)4096 x 4096
Pixel Size (microns)9 x 9
Imaging area (mm) (mm2)38.86 x 38.86 (1359)
Imaging diagonal (mm)52.13
Lnear Full Well (typical)100,000 e¯
Dynamic Range76 dB
QE at 400 nm38%
Peak QE (580, 660 nm)61%
Anti-Blooming Factor>400X
Fill Factor90%
Camera System Performance
PC InterfaceUSB 2.0
Cable lengthStandard: 15 feet (4.5 m)
Max. Cable Length5 meters between hubs; 5 hubs maximum; max. total of 30m
Digital resolution12 bits at 5 MHz; 16 bits at 1 MHz
System Noise (typical)9 e¯ at 1 MHz; 2 counts at 5 MHz
Pixel Binning1 x 1 to 8 x 4096
Exposure Time30 milliseconds to 183 minutes (2.56 microsecond increments)
Image SequencingUp to 65,535 images (software programmable)
Frame SizesFull frame, subframe, focus mode
Cooling (typical)Thermoelectric cooler with forced air. Maximum cooling 45° C below ambient temperature (D07 housing); 65-70C below ambient (D09 housing)
Dark Current (typical)0.2 e-/pixel/sec (-25° C; D07 housing); 0.02 eps for High Cooling D09 housing.
Temperature Stability± 0.1º C
Camera Head SizeD07. Aluminum, hard blue anodized. 7" x 7" x 2.55" (17.8 x 17.8 x 6.48 cm). Optional High Cooling housing: D09. 7" x 7" x 3.25" (17.8 x 17.8 x 8.9 cm). Weight: 4.2 lb. (1.9 kg)
Mounting5.125" bolt circle. Optional Nikon F-mount adapter.
Back Focal Distance1.025" (2.60cm). Optional low profile housing D11 (no shutter): 0.61" ( 1.56 cm). Optional D09: 1.40" (3.56 cm) [optical]
Operating EnvironmentTemperature: -22º C to 27º C. Relative humidity: 10 to 90% nonconsdensing.
Power40W max with shutter open and cooling max. Supplied by AC/DC “brick" power supply with int’l AC input plug. Alternate 12V input from user’s source.
ShutterD07 and D09: Melles Griot 63mm. Low profile D11: no shutter.
External TriggeringLVTTL input through miniDIN8 connector; exposure starts within 25 microseconds of rising edge of trigger (see programmer’s guide)

CCD Sensitivity

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For non-USA customers, please consult your local dealer or Apogee if there is no representative in your area.

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